They're sorted for low speeds. If you're going to ride for hours at high throttle, they burn out. So basically, ride at a relaxes pace and give breaks every 30..40 miles
Hi Ryan... I'm getting a good blue spark whenever I test the magneto without the spark plug, but when connected to the spark plug the spark is weak, what could be the possible reasons? What is the spark gap that you have used? I have MOIL magneto
Hello Balu M and thanks for the question: I suspect that you are using a suppression type spark plug and that is why the spark appears dull. Your plug will have an "R" in its code which tells you there is a resistor inside the insulator which stops radio interference and also interference with electronic circuits. They are very common these days. Try to get the correct style spark plug without the "R". Your engine should still start and run with the suppression plug anyway. Some current spark plugs have a "Q" in the code for even better suppression. Can you tell me what plug is recommended for your engine?
@@ryanmotoworks5672 Hi Ryan thanks for your response, yes what you have said is correct, I own a 1955 Royal Enfield bullet 350, when I contacted NGK manufacturer they recommended to use NGK B7HS spark plug for vintage Royal Enfield 350, which is a non resistor type. Unfortunately it's not available in India but I'm sure it's available in US and UK.
@@balum8725 If your engine runs OK on the suppressor type plug you can safely use it, but if you want the older style plug you could try a Champion L82C. That should be fairly common in India as it is used on many commercial and stationary engines. It is the correct heat range for your Enfield. I think I actually have some in my workshop. I hope this helps.
@@ryanmotoworks5672 Thanks Ryan, suppressor type spark plug fitted to my bike works ok, but a black soot is sticking around the centre electrode after riding a few miles. I hope L82C is available in India. Can you tell me what condenser did you use in your magneto?
I don’t know what condenser is in that Norton magneto, it belonged to someone else and was in my workshop to get it running properly; I tested it with my oscilloscope and the condenser pattern was excellent. The black soot on your spark plug could be caused by a number of things, rich mixture or oil consumption, perhaps the plug is a bit too cold for your application. How old is your carburettor and is it delivering correct mixture? Is the slide number correct? There are many things to check!
Hello Melbin and thanks for watching my video. I don't have access to this Norton anymore and no longer have all the clips I took while doing the job.I will try to get enough video from what I have and put something together on ignition timing. Did you see the updated version of adjusting the points by clicking the "!" icon in the top right screen? here is its link. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZdDnChKcKnE.html Cheers
Hello Melbin, you asked me some time ago about a video showing how to adjust ignition timing; well I have just found the video clips that I took when the Norton was in my workshop so I will be putting a video together soon. I'll let you know when it is done. Thanks Melvin John
Hello Dean and thank you for the compliment. I have posted an improved version of the movie but it has to be on its own unique link ------ this is it ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZdDnChKcKnE.html NORTON 16H Lucas Magneto MKII I will be posting more instructional clips on my RU-vid channel Ryan Motoworks soon; I will be getting a more powerful computer and different programs soon to do the work, keep watching!
Hello Killi, thanks for viewing my video and for the inquiry. Contact Tim at TT Enterprises, Alstonville, NSW, Australia. tim.thearle@bigpond.com PO Box865, Alstonville 2477 NSW Australia. ph 0717892766
Hello Marcos, thanks for watching my RU-vid clip, just to let you know I have posted a more detailed version on and here is the link ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZdDnChKcKnE.html Hope you enjoy this one too. Cheers
Hello Marcos and firstly, thanks for viewing my video, secondly I do apologize for omitting this important piece of information. The correct point gap is 0.012", twelve thousandths of an inch, 0.03mm, that is the gap when the points have FULLY OPENED. Next you set the ignition timing --- turn the engine BACKWARDS until the piston is about half way down and then turn it FORWARD, making sure it is on the compression stroke (that is when BOTH valves are closed). When the piston is 7/16" (11mm) before top dead centre (TDC) the points should just begin to open ......that is the moment when the spark will occur!. You must do this with the engine turning forward in its normal direction of rotation (DOR) to take up slack or play in the chain and gears driving the magneto. I trust this will help. I plan to revise this video and put some more details into it and then make some others. This Corona Virus may give me the time I need to do so, I have many ideas! I have also developed an animated character to add to the videos. Cheers Marcos
